JANUARY 30, 2026 VOL.07 NO.04
THANK YOU DOOR HOLDERS
2026 YG HOODIE RELEASE // SAT, JAN 31, 11:30AM // FELLOWSHIP HALL
We use the term “Door Holder” instead of the word “volunteer.” The term is borrowed from Psalm 84:10, which speaks of being a doorkeeper in the house of God:
“Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere;
I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God
than dwell in the tents of the wicked.” —Psalm 84:10
Door Holders at Younger Generation Church have been on the inside and have experienced God’s glory, and therefore consider it a privilege to stand on the outside and hold the doors for others to come in and experience Jesus. In fact, they would rather hold the door than be anywhere else because their heartbeat has shifted away from themselves and is set on preparing the way for others to have a powerful experience with Jesus.
At Younger Generation Church, all faithful contributors are considered Door Holders — not just those who literally hold physical doors! From those who are serving in the background, to those who provide consistent financial support, to those serving from the stage, we all share the same heartbeat to open the door for others to experience Jesus.
HOLDING THE DOOR IS HOW WE WORSHIP
At the core of being a Door Holder is faith in the One we are serving that shifts the focus off of us. It’s not really about our comfort, our experience, or even us getting any recognition or acknowledgement. No task is too small, and no ask is too big. As Door Holders, we place others’ needs and experiences above our own because we believe that God can use us as His instruments as we see others encounter Him. We are wired to worship Jesus, and serving others, especially next generations, is in our DNA.
DOOR HOLDER: PICK UP YOUR 2026 HOODIE THIS SABBATH, 11:30AM @ FELLOWSHIP HALL
There are some baseline characteristics for those who are Door Holders at Younger Generation Church. Many go above and beyond, but just as a starting point YG Door Holders have:
• Automated their financial support to Younger Generation Church [give.ygchurch.com] and/or
• Are volunteering once a month or more for YG’s worship experiences and initiatives.
If that is you, thank you so much! We will be meeting at 11:30am for 45 minutes this Saturday, January 31, in the Fellowship Hall to reveal the 2026 season and give you this year’s hoodie.
If either or both of the baseline characteristics apply to you, please click the above icon to reserve your hoodie as we have a limited inventory and want to keep track.
JUST FYI:
• This is not the hoodie release date for children or family members. Merch for them is on the way.
• This early release isn’t for our event volunteers. You are great, and your event apparel will be provided closer to the coming events. Also, our 2026 YG merch will be available next quarter.
• The concept/term “Door Holder” is adapted from the Passion movement and the incredible volunteers who pour themselves into next generations. All for the renown of Jesus.
A THANK YOU FOR THOSE WHO AUTOMATE THEIR YG GIVING!
When someone automates their giving to Younger Generation Church, it provides steady, consistent financial support to our young adult ministry. To all those who automate their giving, we want to say THANK YOU! As a small token of appreciation, please click the above icon and provide us your information so we can give you first access to YG’s 2026 hoodie!
COMPOSE A LOVE & SUPPORT LETTER FOR OUR YG STUDENTS
Our students are on various college, university, and trade school campuses across the country, the DFW, and around the world. Click the above icon to download our YG stationary and compose a letter sharing your support, love, and prayers.
Although we want it to reflect your personal sentiments and the Holy Spirit’s promptings on your heart, allow your letter to be general enough to be given to any of our students. You can drop off the letter/s in the box in the lobby. You can also find hardcopy of the letterhead at the YG highbar lobby tables.
FOCUS ON THE FUTURE: CHECKPOINTS // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
Jehovah, God Turn It Around, What a God, Forever YHWH #WorshipSet #Jan31 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #futureYG
And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” —Revelation 21:5 [NLT]
We are compelled by the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to build a future with Jesus beginning with this moment right now. Join Younger Generation Church in their first 2026 series, Focus On the Future: The Best is Set to Come. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YG SPEAKER: ODDIE OLAZARAN, MDIV
Oddie Olazaran currently serves as the High School pastor for the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. He received his MDiv from the Andrews Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary with a concentration in Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Throughout his ministry, Oddie has focused on working with and mentoring the next generation. He and his wife, Madeline, have two beautiful dogs and enjoy outdoor adventures such as rock climbing, backpacking, and hiking.
YG MEDIA ARCHIVES: THOUSANDS OF SERMONS & SERVICES ON DEMAND
For inspiration and/or discipleship, on your own or with a group, take advantage of this vast collection of worship experiences and sermons from Younger Generation Church. Click the above icon to gain access to the YG Video Vault.
SEEKING OUR COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
YG is looking to connect with all our students in college, university, and trade school. We want to pray for you, cheer you on, and we’re hoping to send you a care package from home next semester. Click the above icon to share with us your contact info.
If you are a parent, grandparent or relative of a student, we could use your help to connect with your collegian, trade school or grad student. tinyurl.com/YG2025students
GOT YOUR OWN IDEAS? PITCH IT TO YG SHARK TANK!
At YG we love to support your ideas to #BeJesus #BeYG! Click the above icon to find out more about YG’s Shark Tank and complete a proposal online!
WE WANT TO HEAR YOUR IDEAS!
Elora Wilson, a collegian from the University of Alaska, shared three awesome YG Shark Tank ideas she has pitched for 2026! We want to hear your ideas too. Click the above icon to learn more about YG Shark Tank!
COMING EVENTS
HOSPITALITY TEAM LUNCHEON // FEB 07, 1PM // FELLOWSHIP HALL
Hospitality is more than a handshake—it’s how we embody the welcome of Christ. If you currently serve on our Hospitality Team or are interested in joining as a greeter, door holder, or organizer, we’d love to invite you to a Hospitality Team Lunch.
Sabbath, February 7, 2026
1:00 p.m. (following the Mosaic service)
Church Fellowship Hall
This lunch is a chance to connect, share a meal, learn more about our hospitality ministry, and explore how your gifts might help us create a warm, attentive, and grace-filled environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Whether you love greeting people, helping with flow and logistics, or simply making others feel at ease, there’s a place for you on this team.
We hope you’ll join us as we continue building a church culture where welcome is intentional, and everyone belongs. Click on the icon to RSVP.
CHILI COOKOFF // FEB 7, 6:30PM // FELLOWSHIP HALL & COMMONS
Chili CookOff is back! Save the date for February 7 @ 6:30 PM. Come on out and enjoy a night of chili, bonfires, games, and fun with family and friends. Our Wolves Pathfinder Club will be raising funds in preparation of upcoming events and gatherings, so bring extra cash to help support.
You have the opportunity to enter your chili in the contest to see if yours is the spiciest, the most original, the best overall… or maybe you just take home the prize for the best looking booth. Be sure to bring a full pot so that everyone has a chance to get a taste. Click the icon above to enter the chili contest!
We look forward to seeing all y’all there!
WHERE //
Arlington Church Campus, Fellowship Hall & The Commons
WHEN //
February 7 @ 6:30 PM - 9 PM
FOR WHOM //
All families and friends
GALENTINE’S DAY BRUNCH // FEB 15, 11:00AM // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
Women’s Ministries invites you to a joyful Galentine’s Brunch, a space to connect, be refreshed, and celebrate the gift of friendship. Through shared food and fellowship, we’ll create space for encouragement, laughter, and belonging. All women are welcome. Come as you are. Click the above icon to RSVP.
YOUR MISSION STARTS HERE! HESAIDGOXP // MAR 12-14 // SWAU
He said GO! and we’re answering the call. Join us March 12–14, 2026, at Southwestern Adventist University for a weekend full of connection, growth and impact. Click the above or below icon to register.
HeSaidGoXP is a high-energy, three-day experience crafted to spark passion, purpose, and a heart for service in the next generation of leaders—especially college students and young adults from across North America. Through hands-on XP Labs, compelling speakers, and interactive sessions, participants will discover how their unique gifts and passions connect with both global and local mission opportunities. But this isn’t just about volunteer recruitment—HeSaidGoXP is about cultivating a missional identity. It’s a space where stories, skills, and spiritual callings collide to shape bold, faith-driven leaders ready to impact the world with compassion and conviction.
Who Should Attend
College-aged mission/service minded young people, returned student missionaries or taskforce volunteers, University mission coordinators, chaplains and Spiritual Life VPs, University Presidents, NAD Conference and Union Administrators, NAD Conference and Union Youth and Young Adult Directors, International Division AVS Leaders, leaders of mission minded SDA institutional organizations and departments that are providing service opportunities or resources for volunteers.
QUIET HOUR MISSION TRIP // JUN 15-29 // MAUN, BOTSWANA
You are invited to join a mission to Botswana and see how God can work through you and other young adults to share His saving grace. Day assignments include helping at health clinics and visiting in the various neighborhoods along with the gospel workers who have started Bible studies in advance of our meetings. In the evenings, we will present a sermon series and a children's program. It is always rewarding to see the people we first meet at a clinic come to the nightly meetings and perhaps make a life-altering decision for Christ.
Located along the Thamalakane River, Maun has grown rapidly from a rural cattle ranching town into the second-largest village in Botswana. Among the modern stores and safari operations, you will see local entrepreneurs selling from carts along with wild donkeys and goats that roam freely on the streets. Visit the QHM website for more information: qhministries.org
ADVENTIST YOUNG PROFESSIONALS CONVENTION // AUG 20-23 // AUSTIN, TEXAS
Next year’s AYP Convention promises to be great, so don’t delay to get your best price on the convention registration. Click the icon above!
PURSUE GOD
FOCUS ON THE FUTURE: WELCOME & WORSHIP // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
WASHED, Elohim, Worthy, Build My Life #WorshipSet #Jan17 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #futureYG
And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” —Revelation 21:5 [NLT]
We are compelled by the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to build a future with Jesus beginning with this moment right now. Join Younger Generation Church in their first 2026 series, Focus On the Future: The Best is Set to Come. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YG FREE ACCESS TO RIGHTNOW MEDIA VIRTUAL LIBRARY
As a YGer you have access to RightNow Media—the world’s largest streaming library of video Bible study resources. This extensive library has more than 20,000 videos from leaders like Francis Chan, Jennie Allen, Matt Chandler, Dr. Tony Evans, and many more. These Bible study videos can be used as part of a group study or for personal devotions, and many series include free discussion guides and handouts.
RightNow Media has videos for everyone in your family on a variety of topics like marriage, parenting, personal finances, mental health, and more. There’s even a library just for kids with over 2,000 safe, entertaining videos. Click the above icon or click here to gain access to our digital library!
FOCUS ON THE FUTURE: ARROWS // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
My Testimony, A Thousand Hallelujahs, Run To The Father, WASHED #WorshipSet #Jan10 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #futureYG
And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” —Revelation 21:5 [NLT]
We are compelled by the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to build a future with Jesus beginning with this moment right now. Join Younger Generation Church in their first 2026 series, Focus On the Future: The Best is Set to Come. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
THE FUTURE IS HERE
YG’s new series in 2026 is based on the recently released book, “Future-Focused Church,” by Fuller Youth Institute. Click the above icon to learn more about the book and obtain the first chapter. If you would like a copy of the book, DM Pastor Allan, Pastors Maxwell or Ruben, or any of our YG Elders.
FOCUS ON THE FUTURE: THE INTERRUPTION, THE INVITATION, & THE INCONCEIVABLE // SAT, 10:15AM [Central] // @YGCHURCH
I Know A Name, All Hail King Jesus, Jesus Is My Healer, Who Else #WorshipSet #Jan3 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream #ygchurch #MyStoryHIStory
And the one sitting on the throne said, “Look, I am making everything new!” And then he said to me, “Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.” —Revelation 21:5 [NLT]
We are compelled by the Great Commandment and the Great Commission to build a future with Jesus beginning with this moment right now. Join Younger Generation Church in their first 2026 series, Focus On the Future: The Best is Set to Come. Saturdays, 10:15AM [Central], tinyurl.com/yglivestream
YG SPEAKER: JULIAN HUMPHREY-DAVIS, ESQ
Jewlz Davis is a dedicated follower of Jesus and remote member of @ygchurch. He is currently a practicing attorney in the nation’s capital. Outside of his professional pursuits, Jewlz continues to be an enthusiastic participant in local church activities and community outreach. With a firm foundation in faith and law, Jewlz is poised to make a significant impact in both fields. He serves among YG’s Pastors in Residence. Jewlz is married to the love of his life, Mrs. Crystal Humphrey-Davis.
YOUNGER GENERATION CHURCH ON YOUTUBE
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EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY
FOUNDATIONS // SAT, 10:15AM // ROOM 6
Join us Sabbath mornings at 10:15 a.m. in Room 6 for a new pastor-led Sabbath School class centered on Scripture, spiritual growth, and meaningful community. Foundations is a welcoming space for visitors, new members, and anyone seeking to deepen their faith, ask questions, and grow together as disciples of Jesus.
PRAYER MEETING // WEDS, 6:30PM // ARLINGTON ADVENTIST CHURCH
FORMED BY THE WORD, SHAPED THROUGH PRAYER Join us for a midweek gathering where we return to the Sabbath sermon, reflect on Scripture together, and respond in guided prayer. This is a pastor-led space for teaching, listening, and praying as a community—no prior experience required.
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm, in the sanctuary.
“Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you..." —Colossians 3:16
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP AT UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS ARLINGTON
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Looking to put some spring in your step and your conversations? When you join an AYP Group, you can connect with other young professionals and have meaningful discussions that are sure to encourage you. Check out AYP.me/Groups to learn more and join a group today!
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INSPIRE HOPE // SHARE GRACE
Serving as a volunteer is a great way to get involved and meet new people. We encourage every YGer to find some way to participate in our church. Volunteering is a great way to #BeJesus #BeYG
Here are a several service opportunities to consider:
LAKE WHITNEY RANCH SUMMER CAMP STAFF // YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY TOUR // YOUNG ADULT RETREAT
Click the above icon to get registration information for all these young adult focused opportunities with Texas Conference Young Adult Ministries.
REVIVE COMMUNITY CARE: WE ARE HERE TO HELP EACH OTHER
Inspire those around you with the hope of grace by volunteering with Revive Community Care! Participate and refer those in need, revivecommunitycare.com
GRATITUDE
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT!
We had an incredible adventure in Kentucky as our YG Transformation Team participated in the Young Adult LIFE Experience [YALX]! We so appreciate your faithful prayers over us, the GODsize tipping points, and the travel odyssey we experienced. Click the above icon to follow our YALX reflections on Instagram.
YG POTLUCK: THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO CAME OUT AND PARTICIPATED
What a great time! Thanks to all who contributed Italian themed entrees and desserts to the fare, and to Costco for their cheese pizza!
Younger Generation Church is the vibrant young adult ministry of the Arlington Seventh-day Adventist Church. YG's mission is to deepen our devotion to Christ Jesus through:
• Pursuing INTIMACY with God
• Experiencing COMMUNITY with each other
• Inspiring those around us with the hope of GRACE